Chapter 319 - A Blatant Insult (1/2)

Chapter 319: A Blatant Insult

Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

Su Peng didn’t seem to register the awkwardness in the air as he carried on his introduction.

“This is the young lord of the Nin Family from Zhong Hai. I am sure that everyone here knows that the reputation of the Nin Family of Zhong Hai is on par with that of the Zhu family and Tang Family. Young Lord Nin is also one of the Four Young Lord of Zhong Hai, together with reputable names such as Tang Jianfen and Zhu Yuntao.”

Many young hitters of Wu Zhou looked to Nin Yuze with a great measure of admiration after hearing the introduction.

The Zhu and Tang family of Zhong Hai were both prestigious families that rivaled the Wei Family of the North Bank, Qiao and Song Family of Jin City. To be listed as the equals of these families’ heirs was a telltale sign of the Nin Family’s power.

“Brother Peng you think too highly of me. Don’t believe in those t.i.tles such as the Four Young Lords of Zhong Hai, that’s nonsense.”

Despite his humble words, everyone knew Tang Jianfen and Zhu Yuntao as mighty and influential young lords of Zhong Hai. People gave them the t.i.tle of Four Young Lords of Zhong Hai not because they want something to talk about after dinner —such as the t.i.tle of Four Young Lords of Capital City—they gave them the t.i.tle as recognition of their outstanding ability and talent.

Su Peng cracked a smile and went on with the introduction.

“Little Nine, this is Mis Qiao Luoyin from the Qiao Family of Jin City. She is the daughter of Lord Qiao.”

A surprised murmur rose among the crowd after Su Peng and spoken.

“She is Qiao Luoyin!”

The girl was wearing large sungla.s.ses, revealing only half of her face. However, the curled lush lips and her pointy chin suggested breathtaking beauty behind the large pair of shades.

Beauty aside, her family background also made many guests jealous. The Qiao Family was one of the largest family clans in Jin City. Lord Qiao had dominated the political landscape of the province for over ten years and by now, his status in the government was even higher than Gao Tianmin, much less Qin Hua. So much so, the governor of the province wouldn’t carry out any of his political wills without the support of Lord Qiao.

“I have heard people list her and Tang Yifei as the two Princesses of Jiang Nan Province.” Some people murmured.

Much like the Tang Family, the Qiao family relied heavily on its female members in its day to day operations. Qiao Luoyin had more say in the usage of the family wealth and investments than most of her male elders.

“Sister Qiao.” Fang Qiong was one of Qiao Luoyin’s admirers, so she came up to Qiao Luoyin and greeted her.

Qiao Luoyin nodded slightly. When her gaze landed on Chen Fan, a hint of doubt flashed across her face.

“Uh? Why does he look so familiar?”

Su Peng then introduced a brawny man behind Qiao Luoyin. His name was Zhao Baofen, Brother Bao.

Brother Bao wore only a tank top and a pair of camouflage pants and blood red boots despite the biting cold in the air. He was ripped and his skin was covered with scars, giving him the appearance of a battle-hardened veteran. He stood still like a heavy buddha statue while tearing a drumstick off of a roast chicken with his bare hands. Despite his strange outfit and uncouth table manners, no one seemed to mind him.

In the end, Su Peng walked closer toward a young man at the head of the table and announced his name with great measure of respect.

“Xiao Qiong, this is Young Lord Ji, Ji Luochen.”

The young man’s toned body was encased in a bespoke suit from an Italian tailor. His sideburns and small beard were meticulously trimmed, adding his glinting eyes, he looked like a powerful leader.

“He is Ji Luochen?”

Fang Qiong was taken by surprise as her gaze landed on the young man. Ji Luochen connected her eye contact with a half-smile. Fang Qiong s.h.i.+vered a little and then moved closer toward Chen Fan. Seeing the girl’s reaction, the light smile on Ji Luochen’s face froze. He quickly covered his ugly frozen smile with the rim of the wine cup, pretending to take a sip; however, he was not able to stop the glinting menacing intent in his eyes.

“Tsk… tsk… Ji Luochen, Nin Yuze, and Qiao Luoyin are all here. I need to get some popcorn. This is going to be a great show.” Many people who were aware of the drama marveled in their minds.

Many young generations of the Su Family looked at Fang Qiong and Chen Fan gloatingly.

The Su Family had strict rules and most young adults of the family still had to sneak out of the house to party with friends. Therefore, when Fang Qiong had brazenly brought a husband back to the family clan, everyone was shocked and most elders of the family felt that the family name was desecrated.

United by a common enemy, the Su Family members in the room would not change their minds about Chen Fan regardless of his family background, neither would they accept Fang Qiong’s unorthodox and reckless behavior. Even the Ji Family Lord had to ask the Su Family formally to secure the marriage proposal, what made Chen Fan so special that he could simply show up and ask for Fang Qioing’s hand?

Both Su Susu and Fang Qiong had underestimated the stubborn minds of a traditional family.

“Little Nine, grab a seat.” Su Peng said as he gave Chen Fan a glance. Feeling slightly guilty, he said stoically to Chen Fan: “You too.”

“Thank you, Brother Peng.”

Fang Qiong cracked a smile and then nodded.

Even as the two were about to sit down, Nin Yuze suddenly rose to his feet and shouted: “Wait!”

“We haven’t got introduced to this gentleman with Miss Fang yet.”

Fang Qiong was already in her seat. She gave Nin Yuze a cold glare and said: “He is my fiance Chen Fan.”

Nin Yuze let out an ugly grin and looked to Su Peng.